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History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.
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HTDS is a bi-weekly podcast, delivering a legit, seriously researched, hard-hitting survey of American history through entertaining stories. To keep up with History That Doesn’t Suck news, check us out htdspodcast.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram: @Historythatdoesntsuck; on Twitter/X: @HTDSpod. Become a premium member to support our work, receive ad-free episodes and bonus episodes.
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My Baseball History is a long form interview podcast. Each episode, host Dan Wallach talks to someone new who has some sort of association to the game of baseball, learns about how they fell in love with the game, and how they got where they are today.
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This weekly baseball podcast features interviews from figures around the baseball world, fun stories and anecdotes from baseball history, and timely discussion of the last week of baseball news.
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“Good Seats Still Available” is a curious little podcast devoted to the exploration of what used-to-be in professional sports. Each week, host Tim Hanlon interviews former players, owners, broadcasters, beat reporters, and surprisingly famous "super fans" of teams and leagues that have come and gone - in an attempt to unearth some of the most wild and woolly moments in (often forgotten) sports history.
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Behind the Braves, the official podcast of the Atlanta Braves, takes fans on a journey to uncover the stories - known and untold - about our beloved team. Former Braves closer, World Series champion and current director of alumni relations Greg McMichael and MLB.com's Ricky Mast are joined by Braves legends, players and even famous fans, to share the passion and history of this proud franchise.
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Hosted by Andrew Rotondi and Scott Reinen, The Bronx Pinstripes Show is a Yankees podcast focused on weekly news and on-field action with a dose of raw fan emotion, media and player interviews, and an in-depth look at analytics. Part of the Blue Wire podcast network. Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, Gerrit Cole, Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman.
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The Infinite Inning is not only about baseball but a state of mind. Steven Goldman, rotating cohosts Jesse Spector, Cliff Corcoran, and David Roth, and occasional guests discuss the game’s present, past, and future with forays outside the foul lines to the culture at large. Expect stats, anecdotes, digressions, explorations of writing and fandom, and more Casey Stengel quotations than you thought possible. Along the way, they’ll try to solve the puzzle that is the Infinite Inning: How do you ...
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Is This A Great Game, Or What?

Tim Kurkjian, Jeff Kurkjian

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Hall of Fame Baseball Writer Tim Kurkjian is joined by his son, Jeff, as they chat all things baseball. Each week you will hear from one of the sport's most storied experts on the history of the game and how it pertains to today. Plus, every week they will be joined by a guest. Without a question, there will be plenty of father-son prodding throughout the show!
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The Baseball Classics Podcast is your ultimate destination for engaging discussions on all things Major League Baseball, spanning from 1901 to the present. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of baseball’s golden eras or deeply invested in today’s game, this podcast offers something for everyone. Each episode delivers a blend of rich historical narratives, in-depth analyses of modern MLB trends, and exclusive insights pulled straight from Baseball Classics Magazine. Explore featured topics that di ...
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Through personal recordings of the original radio broadcasts, the history of America's favorite pastime is retold, one classic game at a time. Relive key moments, historical hits, and the legends of today taking to the field when they were at the peak of their career. Add Classic Baseball radio to any podcast app or service; just copy "tinyurl.com/baseballpod" into the "Add RSS Feed" of the app.
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In the Midnight Library of Baseball, Ben Orlando offers a unique perspective to historic and modern aspects of the game. He does so with no loud music and no jarring sounds, so listeners can relax and enjoy a good show as they settle in for the night.
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Inside Wall Street with Morris Sachs and Liam Allen. Recommended viewing: The Sting Trading Places Groundhog Day YouTube: Charlie DiFrancesca Full Length Speech 1989 Recommended Reading: 1.Modern Times - Paul Johnson 2. Atlas Shrugged- Ayn Rand 3. *redacted* 4. Reminiscences of a Stock Operator- Edwin Lefevre 5. Lessons of History - Will Durant Daily Reading : Grant’s, GaveKal, Macro Tourist, Daily Shot, Anthony Peters, David Zervos, NYPost, FT, WSJ, NYT, SCMP, Chicago Tribune, Real Deal, Ze ...
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Sport in History

British Society of Sports History

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The Sport in History Podcast brings you the latest research with interviews and talks with leading sports historians and up-and-coming researchers into Sports History. The podcast is a British Society of Sports History production from the UK's leading scholarly society for the history of sport. Click through to our website for further information on our events and to find out how to join the Society. https://www.sportinhistory.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Yesterday's Sports

Sports History Network

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Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network.
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Almost Cooperstown

Gordon Kolier & Mark Kolier

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We're a father & son who love to talk and argue about baseball! Baseball is the professional sport that has the longest history so there is a lot to talk about. We launched Almost Cooperstown noting that baseball contains a long history of players that, for whatever reasons, have been shunned by the electors of the Hall of Fame. Consequently here are many 'Almost' players still waiting their turn for induction. With less than 1.5% of the now more than 23,000 players in the HOF, we feel there ...
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A series of stories of disastrous turning points, dangerous ideas, crazy coincidences, unsung heroes and forgotten villains. From OZY’s Sean Braswell, host and creator of the chart-topping, Webby-nominated The Thread, comes a new show about how some of the best-laid plans can go horribly wrong, or prove unexpectedly magnificent.
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We cover the Business of Baseball, its history and how it operates. Interviews with Players, Agents, Owners, Scouts, Umpires, MLB, MLBPA, Major League, Minor League Sports Analysis. Music - Rocking Forward by XTaKeRux.
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Hello Old Sports

Sports History Network

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Each week on “Hello, Old Sports” Andrew and Dan Neumann examine a different sports history topic—baseball, basketball, football, hockey, boxing, and anything else that comes to mind. We’ll travel back to 1920 to relive the founding of the Negro Leagues and Babe Ruth’s first season with the New York Yankees. Or to 1967 to relive the closing drive of the “Ice Bowl” between the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys. Maybe even all the way back to 1884 and the first “World Series” between the ...
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CSG Podcast

Mile High Sports

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The oldest and most trusted Denver Nuggets based podcast since its founding in 2011. Your host Jeff Morton brings his innate knowledge of Nuggets history to talk about the modern team. Expect great guests and much more each week.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rounders/subscribe Rounders: A History of Baseball in America examines baseball's journey from a diversion played on the outskirts of small towns to a pastime continually shaping this country's cultural identity. This sport isn't just about a ball-and-stick. It's a snapshot of ourselves, our nation, and our world.
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When he was elected to the Hall of Fame, he was touted as the most feared hitter of his era. But by the time the Red Sox released him 35 years ago, Rice was looking old before his time, hobbled from various injuries and poor eyesight. On the anniversary of the end of his career, Mike and Bill look back at a controversial Hall of Fame choice to figu…
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In the mid-1980s, a drug scandal rocked Major League Baseball. The case centered around several players from multiple teams, including some future Hall of Famers, who were found to be using cocaine and even helping distribute drugs to other clubs. The investigation had wild testimonies and verdicts that impacted the league’s reputation. Let’s explo…
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In this episode of Two Strike Noise, Jeff and Mark, dive back into various baseball history topics. They discuss a wide range of subjects, including the Tampa Bay Rays' 2025 season plans, Greg Maddux's unique pitching strategies, and Vince Coleman's football aspirations. The hosts also engage in the fan-favorite segment Wax Pack Heroes, where they …
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We've been going through a bit of a sports phase here on Ridiculous History, and of course we can't talk sports without talking baseball. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into some of the strangest weather events to ever grace -- or curse -- an otherwise ordinary game of ball. Note - we don't talk about just how many people got struck by …
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On this episode, Dan Wallach talks with Todd Radom, who is a legendary graphic designer, sports branding expert, and writer who is responsible for the visual identities of multiple MLB teams and All-Star Game logos. Follow MBH on facebook, twitter, and instagram @shoelesspodcast and sign up for the email newsletter at shoelesspodcast.substack.com D…
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Hembo and Buster discuss their thoughts about the Dodgers defeating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series, two days removed from the contest. They discuss the narrative around New York following the loss, if the Dodger can turn this into a dynasty, why re-signing Juan Soto must be the Yankees' No. 1 priority this offseason and how much money Walker …
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Bump, Stacy, and Dave Wyman hear what Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith had to say about last week’s amazing win over the 49ers and preparing for week twelve without power up at the podium, they get you ready for this weekend’s game with Cardinals reporter Darren Urban, and they wrap up the show with Seahawks reporter John Boyle!…
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Bump, Stacy, and Dave Wyman are joined by Seahawks cornerback Coby Bryant to look back on their spectacular win over the 49ers, they discuss the new look of the offensive line with center Olu Oluwatimi, they get you ready for this weekend’s game against the Cardinals with the voice of the Seahawks Steve Raible, and they get into the trenches with R…
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Bump and Stacy are joined by ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel to get his thoughts on the most overrated and underrated free agents around the MLB and the Mariners chances of signing Roki Sasaki, they answer your questions about college football coaches in the NFL and the Seahawks’ game against the Cardinals in Four Down Territory, they hear about a rash of ro…
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Bump and Stacy hear what Mike Macdonald said the Seahawks need to do to win this weekend’s game against the Cardinals, they give you their thoughts on Russell Wilson in tonight’s game and some Mariners trade rumors in Headline Rewrites, they break down why the Seahawks won’t be true contenders until they shore up their offensive line, and they hop …
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Step up to the plate as we tackle some of baseball's most intriguing myths in BUSTED: MLB Myths. From Babe Ruth’s legendary called shot in the 1932 World Series to the science behind corked bats and the impact of doctored baseballs, we explore the tales that have fascinated fans for generations. Are these stories fact or fiction? In this episode, w…
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In most of the modern world, the average person has an astonishing resource for any disastrous situation: you find a phone, then dial 3 numbers to be immediately connected with someone who can call police, EMTs, fire fighters or other first responders. It's a fantastic concept, and though it remains a work in progress, these resources inarguably sa…
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Today’s book is: Sin Padres, Ni Papeles: Unaccompanied Migrant Youth Coming of Age in the United States (U California Press, 2024), a which explores how each year, thousands of youth endure harrowing unaccompanied and undocumented migrations across Central America and Mexico to the United States in pursuit of a better future. Drawing on the firstha…
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Bump and Stacy break down whether John Schneider and Mike Macdonald are on the same page about their linebacker corps, they answer your questions about the Seahawks defense and their matchup against the Arizona Cardinals in Four Down Territory, they look at how the Seahawks offense is shaping up for week twelve, and they wrap up the show by telling…
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Bump and Stacy are joined by ESPN’s Benjamin Solak to discuss the implications of the Seahawks win over the 49ers and to look at some evidence that John Schneider and Mike Macdonald might not be on the same page, they give you their thoughts on the changes coming to the Mariners TV broadcasting and the chaos surrounding Aaron Rodgers and the Jets i…
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Bump and Stacy have their weekly conversation with Mike Golic Jr. to get his thoughts on what the Seahawks need to do to beat the Cardinals this weekend and the contentious college football playoff rankings, they answer your questions about the Cardinals offense and the Seahawks defense in Four Down Territory, they hear about the possibility of Ray…
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Bump and Stacy break down what we know about the 2024 Arizona Cardinals ahead of their week twelve matchup against the Seahawks, they give you their thoughts on the SEC teams in the College Football Playoffs and more chaos surrounding Aaron Rodgers and the Jets in Headline Rewrites, they look at the changes coming to the Mariners TV broadcasts, and…
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Hurricane Brain in Tampa Bay Pinellas County Commission vote to not vote on Rays stadium bond Where does the county funds come from to build a new stadium Timeline of approval of Rays deal with both the City of St Pete & Pinellas county County Bed Tax – can only be used for tourism – cannot be used for renourishing the beaches Timelines & Delays ar…
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They call it Spanish Harlem or sometimes just El Barrio. But for over a century, East Harlem has been a melting pot of many ethnic groups, including Puerto Rican, Dominican, Cuban, and Mexican immigrants, as well as Italian, Jewish, and African American communities. Though gentrification is rapidly changing the face of this section of upper Manhatt…
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In this episode of the Baseball Classics Podcast, host Dean Patino takes you on a journey through the iconic "Murderers’ Row," examining the legendary roster construction of the 1927 New York Yankees and comparing it to modern-day team-building strategies. How does the 2024 Dodgers' lineup measure up? From historical analysis to modern metrics, thi…
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In this episode of the Baseball Classics Podcast, host Dean Patino takes you on a journey through the iconic "Murderers’ Row," examining the legendary roster construction of the 1927 New York Yankees and comparing it to modern-day team-building strategies. How does the 2024 Dodgers' lineup measure up? From historical analysis to modern metrics, thi…
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Bump and Stacy are joined by Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour to discuss his first year in Seattle and his experience winning a Stanley Cup, they answer your questions about Jaxon Smith-Njigba and the improvement of the Seahawks defense in Four Down Territory, they hop abord the Hype Train, and they wrap up the show by telling you what you need to…
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Bump and Stacy are joined by Danny Kelly of The Ringer to discuss how the Seahawks can use their amazing win over the 49ers as a springboard and the continuing chaos surrounding Aaron Rodgers and the Jets, they give you their thoughts on the Jets GM being fired and the Dodgers meeting with Juan Soto in Headline Rewrites, they bring you some of the …
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Bump and Stacy are joined by ESPN’s Brady Henderson to get his thoughts on the importance of this win, the return of Abe Lucas, and what he expects to see the rest of the season, they answer your questions about the Seahawks’ young talent and Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Four Down Territory, they hear what WSU head coach Jake Dickert had to say about this…
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Bump and Stacy look at all the different ways the Seahawks win over the 49ers has changed their season, including the vibes in the locker room and some realistic playoff hopes, they give you their thoughts on the Jets GM being fired and some trouble at Cowboys stadium in Headline Rewrites, they ask if the defense is showing signs of turning a corne…
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We're back! Mike and Jon revisit Mike's preseason tiers to see just how the OF position stacked up in 2024. From the first round (what happened to Julio?) to those waiver-wire gems (Brenton, Jurickson, and Lawrence...hello). Flags Fly Forever is a Baseball Prospectus podcast. For more fantasy baseball information, visit baseballprospectus.com and c…
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House cats are astonishing, fascinating, and at-times frustrating little creatures -- yet they've made a comfortable home with humans, spreading in step with every civilization they join. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max explore an intriguing theory that busts more than a few stereotypes: What if Vikings were responsible for spreading cats eve…
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Step up to the plate and test your knowledge of the powerhouse hitters who dominated Major League Baseball during the 1970s in this trivia-packed episode! From legendary MVPs to record-breaking sluggers, we dive into the stories, stats, and unforgettable moments that defined a golden age of baseball offense. Can you name the National League MVP fro…
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Step up to the plate and test your knowledge of the powerhouse hitters who dominated Major League Baseball during the 1970s in this trivia-packed episode! From legendary MVPs to record-breaking sluggers, we dive into the stories, stats, and unforgettable moments that defined a golden age of baseball offense. Can you name the National League MVP fro…
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Join Podcast host & editor Max Portman as he interviews Peter Mason, Journalist with the Guardian Newspaper & author of several books on music, food, carnival culture and sport, as they discuss Peter's latest book on the West Indian Cricketing Legend, Sir Clyde Walcott. In an engaging 50-minute conversation, Max and Peter cover a lot of ground, dis…
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Over the past fifty years, debates concerning race and college admissions have focused primarily on the policy of affirmative action at elite institutions of higher education. But a less well-known approach to affirmative action also emerged in the 1960s in response to urban unrest and Black and Latino political mobilization. The programs that emer…
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Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Welcome back to part two of our Thanksgiving special on "Yesterday's Sports," where host Mark Morthier and guest Dave DePaolo continue their deep dive into the history of the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving games. This episode takes liste…
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Bump and Stacy open the phone lines to hear which Seahawks you are giving a game ball to following their amazing win over the Rams, they answer your questions about the offensive line and Geno’s amazing final drive of the game in Four Down Territory, and they wrap up the show by telling you what you need to know!…
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Bump and Stacy look back on what caught their eye from the Seahawks 20-17 victory over the 49ers, including great days for Geno Smith and the offensive line, they give you their thoughts on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight and the Cougars falling out of playoff contention in Headline Rewrites, they bring you some of the biggest stories around the …
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Bump and Stacy listen back to some of the most exciting highlights from the Seahawks’ week eleven win over the 49ers, they answer your questions about the offensive line and the last drive of the game in Four Down Territory, they celebrate Mariners legends Ichiro and Felix Hernandez making the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot in the Timeline, and …
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Bump and Stacy look back on what stood out to them from the Seahawks thrilling victory over the 49ers, they give you their thoughts on the Chiefs first loss and the Cougars falling out of playoff contention in Headline Rewrites, they discuss what 49ers fan’s reaction to yesterday’s loss says about this rivalry, and they break down the things that b…
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The Nuggets have struggled these last two games in losses to the Pelicans and Memphis. The issue that keeps coming back up is that the Nuggets need a second floor raiser. On the latest Mortcast Jeff talks about how the Nuggets need to find that player, be it Jamal, MPJ, someone else or someone via trade the Nuggets need to get more traditional befo…
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A 7 time All-Star, Dick Allen won the 1964 NL Rookie of the Year and the 1972 AL MVP Awards. He is one of only 28 players to have won both a ROY and an MVP Award. Allen is one of only 10 players in baseball history to retire with 350+ home runs, 1000+ RBI, 1000+ runs, 100+ stolen bases, and 75+ triples. He is also one of only five players in MLB hi…
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In 1879, a group of Spiritualists purchased 20 acres of land, halfway between Buffalo, New York, and Erie, Pennsylvania. The gated community they created, now a hamlet of Pomfret, New York, became known as Lily Dale. Each summer, people came to Lily Dale (and still come) to speak with the dead through Lily Dale’s many licensed mediums. In its early…
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Let me tell you about someone from Nashville, a professional player, a pitcher, and a pretty good one, too. Frank George Hahn pitched for Cincinnati between 1899-1905, and the New York Highlanders in 1906. He pitched in 243 games, made 231 starts, had 212 complete games and pitched 25 shutouts. And he was called “Noodles.” He was born on April 29, …
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Send us a text Baseball fans may have heard the story that Stan Musial began his career in baseball as a pitcher/outfielder. A shoulder injury forced him to become a hitter and outfielder full-time for which #MLB is forever grateful. Stan-the-Man had 3,630 hits - the same 1,815 hits at home as he had on the road! He missed only one season due to WW…
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“A wise man never sells out at the first sign of trouble. That’s for the pikers.” This is the story of the 1929 Wall Street Crash. On October 24, or “Black Thursday,” stock prices plunge unexpectedly. Early the next week, whatever was left of the bottom falls out on “Black Tuesday.” The New York Stock Exchange has crashed. The Roaring 20s are over.…
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